Scents and Sensibility

Marilyn Monroe supposedly never went to bed without her Chanel No. 5 perfume; that was her bedtime routine.  I talk about my makeup, skincare and haircare allllll the time, but I’ve barely written about perfumes!  I love perfume, but I’m not one of those people who has one signature scent.  Maybe it’s because I live […]

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Inspirations: Week 9

1.  With spring (hopefully) right around the corner, I’m so excited for spring outfits! (via StyleCaster)  2.  My sister and I are finally going to Disneyland in April, and we are beyond excited. (via PopSugar)  3.  I’ve talked before about decluttering my life, and this list really helps break it down. (via PopSugar) 4.  The App Store has […]

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Redecorate, Reinvigorate

Happy March!  I can’t believe we are officially past the worst of winter (knock on wood.)  I am preparing to move in with my best friend, and while we look for the perfect apartment, I am also dreaming about what my new bedroom will look like!  My bedroom is my sanctuary; I am someone who […]

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February Beauty Buys

Happy  Leap Day!  In honor of this extra day, I’m squeezing my beauty buys for the month in just under the wire… MAC Cosmetics Prep + Prime Fix+ – I just bought this, and so far, so good!  It works great as a priming spray for my makeup or to give me a nice, fresh glow […]

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Get Me Bodied

I have been obsessed with bodysuits lately!  They are great for layering, or for an easy going-out outfit.  Shop some of my favorites here… Missguided Bardot Bodysuit – Brigitte Bardot will always be goals. Tobi Drop Down Low Bodysuit – I have this one in black and grey, and it is my favorite!  The front is very […]

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Inspirations: Week 8

1. Denim will always be in.  Make it a major player in your wardrobe, and you’ll never say you have nothing to wear again. (via PopSugar)   2. Read about my favorite moisturizer, and then go buy it ASAP. (via Byrdie)  3.  I am not a morning person, so maybe this routine will help! (via PopSugar)  […]

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Desperately Seeking Denim

Denim is one of those things that always works, and it works in a million different ways.  You never have to worry about what to wear if you’ve got that great pair of jeans or that perfect jean jacket that completes any outfit.  But the best part about denim existing is that there are options for everyone. […]

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Beauty and the Budget: Skincare

So in this segment of BATB, I’m going to tell you about my favorite inexpensive skincare products.  There is a common misconception that expensive products will be more effective than cheaper ones, and sometime this is true.  But most of the time, you can find great products on Amazon or at your local drugstore that […]

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A Quick Tribute…

As we close out the week, I wanted to take a moment to tell you about someone really important to me.  I never met Harper Lee, but my childhood and teenage years was shaped by To Kill a Mockingbird.  If you haven’t read it, read it.  The morals and themes she espoused in 1960 remain prevalent and […]

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Fitness Firsts

So in the past few months, I’ve been on a real health kick, and I’ve seen positive results in a few different aspects of my life.  In addition to losing weight, my skin has improved, I feel good almost every day, and I haven’t even had one nasty cold since winter started!  It is so […]

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